2
Connect
power cord
1
Plug the power cord into the AC outlet
.
2
Route the power cord through the hole
of the prop-up stand and plug the
other end into the AC input port on
the computer.
1
Check supplied items
3
Power on
Press the power button until the power
indicator turns on.
Attention
Your computer takes a few minutes for the
first startup. No action is required until the
setup window appears.
What to do next
Let’s get started
Update your computer
Create your
Recovery Media
Start the SmartWi™
Connection Utility
LCD Screen/Touch Screen Handling
Do not exert pressure on the computer while cleaning.
Otherwise, you may make scratches on the LCD screen/
touch screen.
HDD Care
If your computer is equipped with a built-in hard disk
drive, avoid moving your computer while it is turned on
or in the process of powering on or shutting down.
Liquid Damage
Prevent liquids from coming into contact with your
computer.
Ventilation
Place your computer on hard surfaces, such as a desk or
table. Proper air circulation around vents is important to
reduce heat.
Care & Handling Tips
To protect your investment and maximize its lifespan,
we encourage you to follow these guidelines.
Keep your computer updated by
downloading updates from
Windows Update and VAIO Update for
enhancing your computer’s efficiency,
security, and functionality.
Click Start , All Programs,
Windows Update or VAIO Update.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to
download the updates.
Create your own Recovery Media
immediately, so that you can restore your
computer to factory-installed settings in
case of a system failure.
For details, refer to
VAIO General User Guide or
VAIO Care Rescue User Guide under
Use my VAIO in Help and Support.
Recovery Media are not provided with your computer.
Use the SmartWi™ Connection Utility
to
manage wireless connections.
Available on selected models only.
Click Start , All Programs, and
SmartWi Connection Utility.
See the help file included with the
SmartWi Connection Utility for more information.
VAIO Support Homepage
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA)
http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada)
http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area)
http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil)
Features and specifications may vary and are subject to change without notice.
VPCL1 Series
4-192-023-11 (1) © 2010 Sony Corporation Printed in China
Power cord
Wireless keyboard
1
Wireless mouse
1
Remote commander
2
3
AA batteries (2) or (4
3
)
Mounting studs (4)
1 Insert the supplied AA alkaline battery before use.
2 Insert the supplied AA manganese batteries before
use.
3 On selected models only.
The illustrations in this document may appear
different from your model.
Screws: Long (2)/Short (4)
Accessory tool
With the VAIO Care software, you can prevent or
solve troubles on your computer.
Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Care, and
VAIO Care.
4
Locate
VAIO Manual
Your VAIO computer comes with the
following documentation.
On-screen manuals:
1
Click Start and Help and Support.
2
Click Use my VAIO.
3
Select your desired manual.
Printed manuals:
Quick Start Guide (this sheet)
Safety Information
Help and Support is easy to access, and provides
important documents and helpful support
resources such as setup tools, tutorials, and FAQs.